NCEA Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Michael Boyle and Crystal Brooks discuss the challenges, successes, and realities of inclusion in Catholic schools. Though a clear aspect of the mission of the Catholic Church is to be inclusive and educate all children whose families wish them to be educated in Catholic schools, the majority of schools still struggle in this area. Crystal and Mike discuss solutions and areas for growth in Catholic schools in an effort to achieve fullness of mission.

Colleen McCoy-Cejka is LIVE at #NCEA22 Convention in New Orleans.

Bishop Burbidge discusses how his own Catholic education influenced his experiences as a parish priest, teacher, and bishop in this week’s podcast. He shares why his role as member of the board for the National Catholic Partnership on Disability is so important to him and how the educational ministry for all students in the Diocese of Arlington makes him proud. Finally, he provides insights for reflection during Holy Week. Listen, reflect and be inspired on this week’s NCEA Podcast, sponsored by Petrus Development.

Federal programs provide opportunities for Catholic schools to meet the needs of students through equitable services. In this week's podcast, Michelle Doyle shares practical insights and tips for school leaders to maximize the consultation process with LEAs to meet their school's needs. Effective consultation is an art learned over time. The more you know, the more effectively you can serve your students! Learn more in this week's NCEA Podcast, sponsored by Catapult Learning.

NCEA Convention 2022 Keynote Speaker Chris McKenna shares insights on the impact technology has made in the lives of children—for the better and for the worst. Chris points out ways parents and teachers can protect children from negative impacts of technology, including awareness and limitation to access to age-inappropriate content and pornography that are harmful to young eyes and souls. This episode is sponsored by Archangel Tablets.

Frank Donaldson, NCEA Author and Convention 2022 Mainstage Speaker, shares his story of serving in the mission of Catholic education. His passion for development and institutional advancement changed the trajectory of his career, and he has never looked back! Frank shares stories from schools and dioceses all over the country and his partnership in helping them build, grow and shine. Enjoy some laughter and inspiration in this week’s NCEA podcast. This episode is sponsored by FACTS.

Ellen Edmonds, international trainer and presenter, shares expertise on making grammar instruction engaging and relevant to today’s learner. This episode is sponsored by Sadlier.

Jan Bryan Ed.D. and Julie Vogel Ph.D. share the research process behind discovering the skills that trip up students at each stage of academic development in math and reading. This episode is sponsored by Renaissance.

Dr. Lisa Bosco shares the story of how a Catholic elementary school in Dallas earned the National Blue Ribbon twice and how proud she is of the community culture that was created throughout the pandemic. Strength in Catholic identity, a focus on academic excellence, and leadership from a school president for strong operational vitality make Christ the King Catholic School of Dallas a thriving community. This episode is sponsored by FACTS.

Joy Roberts and Julie Widman, Co-Founders of Friendzy, discuss the phenomenon in the rise of anxiety and depression in children and the impact of the pandemic. They share ways to provide support for children and strategies to create classroom environments that are comfortable and emotionally healthy. This episode is sponsored by Friendzy.